40 Best White Elephant Gifts They Won't Want to Trade | Says CountryLiving
“If the words “white elephant gift swap” fill you with anxiety — that you might not strike the right tone with your offering or that the perfect gift may be taken from you — you’re not alone. White elephant (also known as Yankee swap or dirty Santa) can be a tricky game, yet it is omnipresent during the holiday season. The gist: Everyone gets a generic gift under an agreed-upon price point. As gifts are unwrapped, recipients have the option to keep what they received, or choose from one of the previously opened gifts. People love this game for office Christmas parties, large family gatherings, and friendly celebrations because it puts everyone on equal footing financially and inspires creativity and conversation. But what are the best white elephant gifts?…”
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